Rising Down The Roots (Ft. Dice Raw, Styles P & Yasiin Bey)

"Rising Down" by The Roots (Ft. Dice Raw, Styles P & Yasiin Bey) is a #HipHop track from 2008 that explores themes of struggle, social injustice, and resilience. The lyrics reflect the harsh realities faced by marginalized communities, emphasizing the need for awareness and action. Its unique blend of live instrumentation and poignant lyricism has made a cultural impact, resonating with listeners seeking social change.

[Intro: Dice Raw]
Hello hello hello hello
Hello hello hello hello
Hello hello hello hello
Hello hello hello hello
Hello hello hello hello

[Verse 1: Yasiin Bey]
Every anywhere: heights, plains, peaks or valleys
Entrances, exits, vestibules and alleys
Winding roads that test the firm nerve
Fortune or fatal behind the blind curve
The engine oil purr, lights flash to a blur
Speed work through the Earth, make your motor go "Skrt!"
Tonight at noon, watch a bad moon rising
Identities in crisis and conflict diamonds
Blinding, staring at lights 'til they cryin'
Bone gristle poppin' from continuous grindin'
Grapes of wrath in a shapely glass
Ingredients influential on your ways and acts
Zero tolerance to raise the tax
It don't matter how your gates is latched
You ain't safe from the danger, jack
Made it way before they made the map
Or a G-P-S, this is D-E-F, leader!

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